1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
